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What Causes Blood In Stool?

Posted on Wed, 2 Apr 2014

Question: bright red blood in stool

Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney (11 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Piles are more likely Detailed Answer: Dear Friend. Hi , I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern. A bright red blood in stools without any symptoms is usually due to Haemorrhoids or Piles. I would like to know the following : 1. When did you noticed it for the first time? 2. Was it associated with any straining in stools? 3. Any history of chronic constipation? 4. Any loose motions , weight loss? 5. Any fever , mucous in stools? 6. Alcohol consumotion? 7. Any jaundice? This is my personal opinion based on details available here. Would be able to help you better with the details that i have asked. Stay Healthy. Dr Anshul Varshney , MD

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Anshul Varshney (15 hours later)

noticed everytime i go to the bathroom.strained alittle but not much.no constipation.no loose or weight loss.no fever or mucuos.no alcohol i dont drink.no jaundice.bright red blood like liquid comes out when i go.stool is normal color and consistency.I would appreciate any advice as I am a single mom and money is real tight.

Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney (7 hours later)

Brief Answer: Need to know duration. Detailed Answer: Dear Friend. You have not told me that since when you are having this problem? Is this acute or chronic? Revert me with the duration of your problem, so that i can help you better in your situation. I will consider your monetary problems while answering you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar